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Why did Virginia call for a constitutional convention in 1829?
Virginia called for a constitutional convention in 1829 to revise the state's framework of government.
Who was called Father of the Constitutional Convention?
James Madison. He also responded to the call for a Bill of Rights which became the first 10 amendments. He was later the 4th President of the US.
How many Constitutional Conventions were held?
There has only been one Constitution Convention in US history, held in 1787. Article V of the Constitution provides that a convention can be held whenever two-thirds of the state legislatures call for one, but this hasn't happened since the Constitution was ratified.
What meeting led to the decision to call for a constitutional convention?
The Constitutional Convention was a direct result of the Annapolis Convention of 1786. Due to lack of authority and participation, it was recommended to Congress to hold a larger convention in Philadelphia in May of the following year.
How many states are needed to call a convention?
Forty-nine states have applied for an Article V Convention (what is often called a "Constitutional Convention"), submitting more 700 applications. Article V does not permit the calling of a "constitutional convention" only a "convention for proposing amendments."
